Jose Aguilar, MBA
About Jose Aguilar, MBA
Jose Aguilar, MBA, serves as the Controller Division Supervisor for the Municipality of Anchorage, where he has worked since 2020. He has held various financial positions across multiple organizations, including Remington Hotels and Millennium Hotels and Resorts, and possesses a strong background in finance and accounting.
Work at Municipality of Anchorage
Jose Aguilar currently serves as the Controller Division Supervisor at the Municipality of Anchorage. He has held this position since 2020, contributing to the financial management of the municipality. In this role, he oversees financial operations and ensures compliance with applicable regulations. His responsibilities include managing budgets, financial forecasting, and auditing processes to maintain fiscal responsibility within the organization.
Previous Experience in Finance
Before his current role, Jose Aguilar worked in various financial positions. He was the Director of Finance and Accounting at Remington Hotels from 2014 to 2016, overseeing financial operations at the Sheraton Anchorage Hotel and Spa. Prior to that, he served as Financial Controller at Millennium Hotels and Resorts from 2012 to 2013. His earlier roles include Finance Manager at Chenega Corporation and Tax Associate at Liberty Tax Service, showcasing a diverse background in financial management.
Education and Expertise
Jose Aguilar holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Alaska Pacific University, where he studied Finance from 2015 to 2017. He also has a double major in Accounting and Economics from the University of Alaska, completed between 2010 and 2013. His foundational education includes studies in Finance and Systems Administration at Universidad Agraria de Colombia and Business/Economics at Universidad Santo Tomás. This extensive educational background supports his expertise in financial forecasting, auditing, and GAAP compliance.
Financial Management Skills
Jose Aguilar demonstrates strong skills in financial management, including financial forecasting, auditing, and ensuring compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). He has extensive experience in cost containment and strategic spending, which contributes to organizational efficiency and profitability. His ability to effectively manage time and resources has been recognized in fast-paced environments, making him a valuable asset in financial operations.
Background in Accounting
Jose Aguilar has a solid background in accounting, having worked in various roles that required financial oversight. His experience includes positions as a Bookkeeper at Knik River Lodge and Night Auditor at Inlet Towers. These roles have equipped him with practical knowledge in financial reporting and operational accounting, further enhancing his capabilities in managing financial operations across multiple companies.